Persian Long Gun

Kubur · 31st May 2015, 10:49 AM

Dear Rick,
Another extremely beautifull rifle!
I like the powder flask too!!
Have you seen Elgood's book on arms of Arabia?
He mentionned Persian barrels with some stamps quite similar to yours.
We have to wait Khorasani's book on Persian firearms.
I know that we have to be cautious with the origins of our objects, but I agree with you, your gun looks Persian to me.
Even if Caucasian arms were very popular amongst Persians, Ottomans, Russians and whatever! I don't like people who deny Persian influence on Islamic arms. The Khurasan was a major center of steel production and a major place for metal work. Persian steel was extremely popular with the Arabs. By the way, do you have nice damascus pattern on your barrel?
Best,
Kubur

31st May 2015, 10:49 AM	#6
Kubur Member Join Date: Jun 2013 Posts: 2,145	Dear Rick, Another extremely beautifull rifle! I like the powder flask too!! Have you seen Elgood's book on arms of Arabia? He mentionned Persian barrels with some stamps quite similar to yours. We have to wait Khorasani's book on Persian firearms. I know that we have to be cautious with the origins of our objects, but I agree with you, your gun looks Persian to me. Even if Caucasian arms were very popular amongst Persians, Ottomans, Russians and whatever! I don't like people who deny Persian influence on Islamic arms. The Khurasan was a major center of steel production and a major place for metal work. Persian steel was extremely popular with the Arabs. By the way, do you have nice damascus pattern on your barrel? Best, Kubur